Garmin Venu 3 Wins
Winner
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Garmin Venu 3

9.0

Health enthusiasts wanting the most complete subscription-free fitness smartwatch

VS
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Amazfit Active 2

8.1

Value seekers wanting AI coaching and offline maps without subscriptions

David Nakamura
David Nakamura

Score Comparison

Criteria
Garmin Venu 3
Amazfit Active 2
Overall Score
9.0
8.1
Health Insights & AI
9.2
8.2
Sleep Tracking
9.0
7.8
Battery Life
8.5
8.5
Value for Money
7.8
9.0
Design & Comfort
9.2
8.0
Activity Tracking
9.2
7.8
App & Ecosystem
8.8
7.5

Pricing & Features

Specification
Garmin Venu 3
Amazfit Active 2
Price
$450
$99
Released
31-Aug-23
01-Mar-25

Making Your Decision

Garmin Venu 3 logo

When to Choose Garmin Venu 3

Health enthusiasts wanting the most complete subscription-free fitness smartwatch

Garmin Venu 3 offers the deepest health insights of any fitness watch without mandatory subscriptions, justifying its premium positioning.

Strengths

  • Comprehensive health dashboard
  • Elevate V5 heart rate sensor (most accurate)
  • Voice calls via Bluetooth
  • Wheelchair mode and nap detection

Limitations

  • Premium $450 price tag
  • Heavier than fitness bands
  • Some metrics need chest strap for best accuracy
Amazfit Active 2 logo

When to Choose Amazfit Active 2

Value seekers wanting AI coaching and offline maps without subscriptions

The Amazfit Active 2 punches above its weight with Zepp AI Coach and offline mapping, offering premium features at a mid-range price.

Strengths

  • Zepp AI Coach provides personalized training
  • Full offline mapping
  • External sensor support (HR straps)
  • Round smartwatch design at $99

Limitations

  • GPS accuracy inconsistent
  • Zepp OS can feel sluggish
  • Conservative training load estimates

Ready to Get Started?

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Garmin Venu 3

Score: 9.0
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Amazfit Active 2

Score: 8.1